Glossary · Doing the deal
In short
This refers to how an acquisition is legally and financially arranged, including what is being bought (assets or stock), the financing mix, and payment terms. It dictates the entire transaction.
Your Deal Structure defines whether you're doing an Asset Purchase or a Stock Purchase, the amount of your Equity Injection, any Seller Note, and how the 7(a) loan is integrated. This structure has significant implications for taxes, liabilities, and the lender's willingness to fund, so work closely with your attorney and M&A advisor.
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